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LOT 0582

Egyptian Faience Mummy Bead Necklace with Carnelian Feature Beads

LATE-PTOLEMAIC PERIOD, 664-30 B.C.

37 3/4 in. (2.2.28 grams, 96 cm).

A long, restrung designer necklace of annular beads with spherical, tubular and other types. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From an old deceased estate.
Property of an East London lady collector, acquired at auction before 1995.

CONDITION

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LOT 0582

Egyptian Faience Mummy Bead Necklace with Carnelian Feature Beads

Sold for (Inc. bp): £59

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